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Solving Chronic Absenteeism Isn't 'One-Size-Fits-All,' This Leader Says
Proactive, sensitive communication with families can make a big difference.
Recruitment & Retention
District Leaders Want to Retain Talent. They Need to Look Beyond Just Compensation
There are steps K-12 leaders can take to keep teachers and principals in the leadership pipeline, administrators say.
School & District Management
Opinion
The News Headlines Are Draining Educators. 5 Things That Can Help
School leaders can take concrete steps to manage the impact of the political upheaval.
School & District Management
Texas Leader Named Superintendent of the Year
The 2026 superintendent of the year has led his district through rapid growth amid a local housing boom.
Student Well-Being & Movement
How a District Used Data to Fight Students' Gambling and Vaping
School officials figured out when kids faced the most pressure and worked from there.
School & District Management
On Capitol Hill, Relieved Principals Press for Even More Federal Support
With the fiscal 2026 budget maintaining level K-12 funding, principals look to the future.
Budget & Finance
How Do Schools Solve a Problem Like Property Taxes?
Politicians or activists in at least 10 states are pitching the end of one of schools' chief revenue sources.
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- School & District Management Video How This Principal Manages Student Behavior—Without Too Many RulesPrincipal Tracie Anderson Swilley brought students on board to make big changes to her school’s culture.Recruitment & Retention Opinion Want to Retain Teachers? Here's What Districts and Schools Can DoSevere teacher shortages persist. Educators suggest what schools and districts can do to fill those posts.School & District Management How the Culture Wars Are Costing Schools BillionsSchools have increasingly been at the center of conflict in recent years, and it takes a financial toll. A new analysis quantifies it.School Climate & Safety Letter to the Editor School Safety Should Be Built In, Not Tacked OnSchools and communities must address ways to prevent school violence by first working with people, says this letter to the editor.Professional Development Opinion Most Teachers Don’t Think PD Is Relevant. What Can Principals Do?Two educators offer a blueprint for structuring professional development around teacher learning.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Can Athletic Coaches Help Students Learn More in the Classroom?School sports can provide an opportunity for mentorship.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on Where Learning Meets Opportunity: Connecting Classrooms to Careers Through Real-World Learning
This Spotlight highlights a growing shift toward career-connected learning, which blends academic content with real-world applications.
Student Achievement
Spotlight
Spotlight on Prevention Over Remediation: The Role of Strong Tier 1 Instruction in MTSS
This Spotlight highlights how effective Tier 1 instruction in grades K–5 can improve literacy and math outcomes.
College & Workforce Readiness
Spotlight
Spotlight on How Schools Can Elevate Their CTE Offerings
CTE is evolving to meet the demands of a high-tech economy by including AI literacy, advanced technical skills, and real-world experience.
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- Student Well-Being & Movement School Cellphone Bans Gain Steam as Los Angeles Unified Signs OnThe Los Angeles Unified School District board of education has voted to ban students from using smartphones in its schools.School & District Management The Harm of School Closures Can Last a Lifetime, New Research ShowsThe short-term effects on students when their schools close have been well documented. New research examines the long-term impact.School & District Management Video 'Students Never Forget': Principals Call for Help After School ShootingsSchool leaders are lobbying Congress for more financial support for schools that experience gun violence.School & District Management Opinion In School Leadership, Busy Is a Given. Chaos Is a ChoiceThere will never be enough time, money, or resources to solve every problem in education, so we must learn to operate within constraints.Student Well-Being & Movement Opinion Youth Sports Are About More than Just WinningA good athletics program introduces students to life lessons, and a good coach understands his or her impact.School & District Management How Sweltering Heat Disrupts Learning and What Schools Can DoExtreme heat is becoming more common across the United States. Schools need to start preparing now.
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